Welcome to CrossFit
Dental
"CrossFit Dental", we hear you say, what is the connection
between CrossFit and Dentistry"
Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Case Western
Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. said:
"Promotion
of healthy nutrition
and adequate physical activity
may be additional factors to prevent
or halt the rate
of progression of periodontal(Gum) disease."
Brushing
and Flossing
may
actually “Save Your
Life”
We are all aware the importance of
exercise and diet, and its benefits as regards general
wellbeing.
However, how many of us are aware of
the two most common diseases that affect the majority of us at
some stage in our lives. Dental Caries and Periodontal
Disease.
The latter which has now been shown
to be connected to
even more serious problems, including increased blood sugar
levels, type 2 Diabetes, Syndrome X (Metabolic Syndrome) and an increased risk of heart attack
and stroke.
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Our aim is to educate and inform of
the effect these diseases can have on your general wellbeing and
simple measures that can be undertaken to prevent or reduce the
risk of future systemic disease.
is a disease that damages tooth
structures, resulting in what is commonly called tooth decay or
cavities, which are holes in the teeth.
refers to a
number of inflammatory diseases affecting the periodontium —
that is, the tissues that surround and support the teeth.
Periodontitis involves progressive loss of the alveolar bone
around the teeth, and if left untreated, can lead to the
loosening and subsequent loss of teeth.
Periodontitis and Caries are both preventable and
treatable.
Although factors such as smoking, heredity, medications and
lowered immunity make you more susceptible to gum disease, the
most common cause is poor oral hygiene. Daily brushing and
flossing and regular professional cleanings can greatly reduce
your chances of developing periodontitis
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